Oregon Wine Month

It’s always a great idea to celebrate Oregon wine but during May, it’s especially so. It’s Oregon Wine Month. Throughout the month, the state festively recognizes one of its great achievements in the form of incredible events and gatherings all over the Willamette Valley and beyond.

Indoor & Outdoor Celebrations

Grand tastings like Pour Oregon in Portland kick things off, showcasing countless area producers under one roof. There’s I Love Gamay for the Beaujolais-minded crowd, a weekend devoted to Gamay Noir and its expanding role in the Oregon wine scene. Or, take in some live music at Elizabeth Chambers Cellar every Friday of the month, situated just a short walk from the Atticus Hotel.

Memorial Day Weekend

Like a fireworks display, the month finishes strong with one of the biggest events of the year. Memorial Weekend in Wine Country sees scores of area labels entertaining locals and tourists alike with special tastings, vineyard tours, live entertainment and creative food pairings. The long weekend has become the Valley’s unofficial preface to summer and is not to be missed by wine enthusiasts.

There is not a bad month to enjoy the splendor of Oregon wine country but May holds a special place in our heart. Boasting longer days, blooming vineyards and an abundance of tasting room activity, it’s the perfect time to drink in the Willamette Valley before the summer masses come.